Top trending hairstyles for women

If you’ve been keeping tabs on your Instagram feed, chances are you’ve already checked out Kim Kardashian’s new hairstyle. According to her hairstylist Chris Appleton, this is the shortest bob she’s ever sported. Prior to getting rid of the length, the beauty mogul put out an online poll on her Insta story, asking her followers to weigh in.

Even though a majority answered with a vehement, ‘No’ KimK went ahead anyway and chopped off two inches and is now sporting a chicer version of the sleek bob. There’s no denying that this hairstyle has been the biggest trend this year, with many celebrities sporting different versions of it. And if you want to keep up with the Kardashians (it’s fine even if you don’t) then these are some of the hairstyles you should experiment with:

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Layered Super Long BobThe best part of this hairstyle is that it suits any hair texture. Straight and sleek or wavy and messy or curly; you can wear your lob as a downdo, or lift your locks up in a sort of updo or half-up hairstyle – so many options and there’s always a quick and easy styling method, depending on your hair type.

Deconstructed Grunge Pixie Crop“This is about going in and taking a lot of weight out,” celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel was quoted by Refinery29. “It makes the hair 'collapse' and gives it different lengths, so that it feels deconstructed in a way." Unlike the others, this cut is high maintenance and it could be quite difficult to grow out, so remember that if you decide to commit.

Who's it best for? Mainly those with fine or medium hair, mentions Adir. “If you have very thick or curly hair, you might not want to do this because it will make your hair look very thick, very quickly. If your hair has a great wave to it, this is a good technique. It is more of a risk and a little more daring as your stylist will literally chop chunks straight out of your hair, but that’s what makes it cool.”

This differs from the traditional pixie crop because the haphazard cutting technique makes it feel a little more 'street' says Adir. “It should almost look as though you’ve cut it yourself. It’s not meant to be perfect or done at all. Ultimately, it's about how you carry yourself.”

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Natural layersThink of the 1960s when the focus was all on being au naturel. If you are a curly-haired woman and fear to experiment with your look, then this is the haircut for you. Get a subtle, barely-there curls look and rock it with confidence. This is low maintenance, budget-friendly as well as a hassle-free look. Just grow out your hair in its natural shape with a basic trim in about three months. It is best for women who love the bed-head look.